Common Citation Examples:
Attached below are the most common examples of sources that are cited in the research paper. For further information, please refer to the citation style sheet on the SHS Library website.
Generating a Thesis Statement:
Have an original idea that has value as Ken Robinson argued. If you are having trouble doing this, then focus on the following:
1. Reframe your research question to answer as a thesis, and
2. Use the thesis stems as starting points for your thesis statement (attached).
Topic Overview Source:
Search for a source that will serve as a gateway to your topic. It should help you some of the following questions:
What is the relevant info / factual knowledge that you must have to understand this topic?
What are the issues in this topic?
Who are the leading figures in this arena?
Who is writing the most on this topic?
What are people saying in this area?
This source should lead you deeper into your topic and suggest many different avenues to continue your search.
Common Citation Examples:
Attached below are the most common examples of sources that are cited in the research paper. For further information, please refer to the citation style sheet on the SHS Library website.
Generating a Thesis Statement:
Have an original idea that has value as Ken Robinson argued. If you are having trouble doing this, then focus on the following:
1. Reframe your research question to answer as a thesis, and
2. Use the thesis stems as starting points for your thesis statement (attached).
Sample MLA Paper:
Attached below is an example of an appropriately formatted MLA Research Paper. Hope this helps!
Topic Overview Source:
Search for a source that will serve as a gateway to your topic. It should help you some of the following questions:
What is the relevant info / factual knowledge that you must have to understand this topic?
What are the issues in this topic?
Who are the leading figures in this arena?
Who is writing the most on this topic?
What are people saying in this area?
This source should lead you deeper into your topic and suggest many different avenues to continue your search.
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